On February 14, 2026, local time, residents gather in the Ancient City of Xiangyang, located in Xiangyang, Hubei Province, China, to release Kongming lanterns in a coordinated public event. The Ancient City of Xiangyang boasts a history spanning 2,800 years. Under the theme “Thousands of Lanterns Flying Above the Hanshui River and Thousands of Families Welcoming the Spring Festival,” the event organizers distribute 2,000 helium-filled electronic Kongming lanterns on-site. Citizens and visitors inscribe their Spring Festival wishes and heartfelt blessings upon the lanterns, transforming intangible hopes into tangible aspirations poised to ascend into the night sky. As the lanterns flew gently and serenely, cheers, festive songs, and warm blessings resonated in unison, harmonizing with the ...

United States, 14th Feb 2026 — The National Organization of Remediators and Microbial Inspectors (NORMI) is proud to announce a first-of-its-kind educational opportunity for the general public and mold professionals alike: Understanding Mold Illness: The Basics, an online course offered through The George Washington University Office of Professional Education. This unique opportunity makes university-level education on mold illness available not only to NORMI members, but also to non-member professionals and the general public, marking a significant step forward in accessible, science-based environmental health education. “This is the first time an internationally-renowned university has recognized the need for a mold course at this level of detail,” said Doug Hoffman, President of NORMI. ...

Kaunakakai, HI, 14th February 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, Private helicopter tours in Maui, Hawaii, offer an unforgettable and luxurious way to experience one of the most beautiful islands in the world. Known for its lush rainforests, cascading waterfalls, dramatic sea cliffs, and crystal-clear coastlines, Maui presents a breathtaking landscape that is truly best appreciated from the sky. Private helicopter tours provide guests with an exclusive and personalized experience, allowing them to explore the island’s natural wonders in comfort, privacy, and style. Guests embarking on a private helicopter tour can enjoy panoramic views of Maui’s most iconic landmarks while relaxing in premium seating with large viewing windows. Highly experienced pilots serve as knowledgeable guides, sharing fascinating ...

A renewed appreciation for craftsmanship, heritage, and thoughtful design is reshaping how homeowners think about built-in furniture. Atlanta, Georgia, 14th February 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, In an era dominated by flat-pack furniture, quick installs, and disposable design trends, a quiet shift is taking place inside modern homes. Homeowners are rediscovering the value of craftsmanship that feels intentional, enduring, and deeply personal. At the center of this movement is Atlanta Bookshelves, a company dedicated to restoring the lost art of woodcraft through custom-built shelving, cabinetry, and architectural features that feel as timeless as they are functional. Rather than approaching storage as a purely utilitarian need, Atlanta Bookshelves treats every project as a design collaboration. The...

New York, United States, 14th Feb 2026 – The BTCD Foundation has announced the upcoming launch of the BTCD Financial OS, a new Layer 1 blockchain infrastructure designed to support decentralized applications. The public testnet for the protocol is scheduled to go live on February 15, 2026. The BTCD Financial OS is developed as a “Hub-and-Spoke” architecture, consisting of a core Layer 1 blockchain connected to a suite of integrated decentralized platforms. The project aims to provide a technical framework for digital asset management, decentralized communications, and blockchain-based services. Technical Architecture and Ecosystem The BTCD infrastructure is built on a hybrid consensus mechanism designed to facilitate transaction processing and network scalability. The ecosystem includes n...

Tustin, California, United States, 14th Feb 2026 – Legal Tax Defense, a company that specializes in resolving state and IRS tax problems, has released its latest guide answering two of the most important questions for the 2026 tax season: What is the April 15 tax deadline, and how can taxpayers properly file an extension or check their refund status? In this guide, Legal Tax Defense explains federal and Indiana filing deadlines, extension procedures, potential penalties, and how taxpayers can monitor their refund progress. Explaining the urgency of the April 15 deadline, Steve Hirsch, Principal Officer at Legal Tax Defense, said, “As the April 15 tax deadline approaches, many taxpayers are feeling pressure and uncertainty about whether they can file on time, request an extension, or check...

Detroit, MI, 14th February 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, For Mark Ornstein of Detroit, breeding French bulldogs is not a side hobby or a weekend project. It’s a full-time commitment rooted in deep respect for the breed and a refusal to cut corners. Before he ever bred a litter, Ornstein was a devoted owner, learning everything he could about what made French bulldogs special—and what they needed to thrive. “It started with Gracie,” he says. “She had these expressive eyes, the kind of personality you don’t forget. That dog didn’t just live with us. She shaped us.” Gracie was Ornstein’s first Frenchie. Loving her came easy. Caring for her, as it turned out, was harder. From puppyhood, she dealt with chronic health issues: hip complications, bladder problems, and the classic breathing struggles the bree...

Spain, 14th Feb 2026 – Buying and selling on islands is different from doing it on the mainland. Delivery costs, pickup logistics, inter-island transport, and even tax or import-style friction can make national platforms feel inefficient for everyday transactions. That is why vendoencanarias works as a marketplace dedicated to the Canary Islands, including Tenerife, with a clear focus on connecting people and businesses locally so deals can close faster and with fewer obstacles. In practice, it is a local-first classifieds and marketplace environment where you list, discover, and negotiate items and services with people who are actually on the islands and can realistically meet, pick up, or deliver. What makes vendoencanarias different Local-first audience by design Instead of competing fo...

Ontario, Canada, 14th February 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, Botrich Inc., a federally registered Canadian technology and services platform with a global outlook, has officially announced the upcoming Respon 2026 Year of the Horse Reunion Night: Spring Festival & Lantern Festival Gala, to be held on March 8, 2026, in Vancouver, Canada. The event is jointly organized and supported by multiple community partners, including Vancouver-based arts and cultural organizations and local groups dedicated to youth development and community well-being. The gala also receives strong support from Hong Wei Liao, Chairman of the Botrich Family Wealth Heritage and Development Center, whose long-standing commitment to community engagement and youth empowerment continues to help bring meaningful initiatives to lif...

The platform details how hospitality merchants can receive Rupiah from international visitors using digital instruments. Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia, 14th Feb 2026 — Xepeng today details how its platform supports inbound tourism payments, enabling hospitality merchants to receive Rupiah settlements from international visitors using digital instruments. Indonesia’s tourism sector, especially in Bali, depends on international visitors who frequently use digital instruments for payments. Traditional systems can create friction when these instruments need to be converted to local currency, complicating operations for hotels, villas, tour operators, and service providers. Xepeng’s model addresses this by providing a compliant conversion infrastructure. Merchants generate a secure conversion link...